Restaurant violations Oct. 7, 2015

By By Andrea Waguespack

on October 7, 2015 4:56 PM

Andiamo Fresh Italian

407 Main, Ste. 120Houston, Texas 77002

Demerits: 19

Inspection highlights: Observed raw chicken stored above cooked/prepared food. Raw and Prepared food (pasta, lettuce, sauce) removed from original packages being stored in uncovered containers. Utensils not handled properly to protect from contamination. Food preparation area operated without the food service manager having in his possession a Food Service Manager's Certification.

Inspection highlights: Potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135°F (21° C) to 41°F (5°C) or below within 6 hours. Food employee not wearing an effective hair restraint while handling food. Single-use glove being used for more than one task. Effective measures intended to minimize the presence of gnats on the premises not utilized. Food preparation area observed without the food service manager having in his possession a Food Service Manager's Certification.

Inspection highlights: Food operations ceased due to sewage backup; Observed sewage back up under the three compartment sink in the kitchen and liquid was bubbling up from around the sealed drain under the dish washing machine. Condition of premises affording the harborage/ feeding of insects (cockroaches); Observed three roaches in cracks around the doors and shelving.

Inspection highlights: Condemnation after food (eggs, noodles, dumplings) found not to be in sound condition/safe for consumption. Internal temperature of potentially hazardous foods NOT maintained at 41*F and below in cold 2-door unit. Contamination of foods not prevented by employee using suitable utensil (tongs/spoon or similar) to handle ready-to-eat foods. Observed frozen seafood being thawed in sink without running water. Potentially hazardous food (egg rolls) not kept at an internal temperature of 135°F or above when time is not used as a public health control during display/service (final notice). Chemicals for sanitation purposes are not automatically dispensed. Observed sanitizer less than 50ppm - No color change on test strip.

Inspection highlights: Observed evidence of drinking from an open beverage container in prep area. Moist cloths used for food spills on kitchenware/food-contact surfaces of equipment not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operating a food preparation area without the food service employee having in his possession a Food Service Manager's Certification.

Inspection highlights: Observed ice machine not maintained clean to prevent accumulations of food debris/mold/mildew/algae/other possible food contaminants. Observed internal cavity of microwave, can opener, and floors within the food preparation area not cleaned as often as necessary to prevent accumulations of food debris/grease/other possible food contaminants. Observed food stored within the walk in cooler/walk in freezer/preparation area not stored in covered container.

Inspection highlights: Observed deep freezer (chest freezer) with its seal not intact and inside cover falling down with no insulation. Observed floor in walk in cooler with accumulation of food debris and dried spills. Observed hot water dispenser/coffee pot/tea pot holder with a build up of dust and crusted debris.

Inspection highlights: Raw/prepared food removed from original packages: being stored in unclean containers/being stored in uncovered containers. Potentially hazardous/ready-to-eat food opened/prepared/packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate time food is opened/prepared and disposition date. Ice machine needs to be cleaned and maintained weekly. Toilet fixtures not kept clean/in good repair.

Inspection highlights: Observed potentially hazardous food (flan, mashed potatoes, diced tomatoes, and fish) not maintaining an internal temperature of 41*F or below in walk-in of bakery area and walk-in unit #2 for more than 4 hours; Discard all food. Potentially hazardous food not maintained at 41°F (5°C) in cold storage. Bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name. Equipment / utensils/ glassware / plates not handled properly to protect from contamination.

Inspection highlights: Observed cooked rice at 80*F on kitchen table for 40 minutes. Container of food (Soy sauce) not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor in the walk-in cooler. Observed bulk food (rice) removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name. Multi-use equipment (mini cooler) not maintained in good repair.

Inspection highlights: Waste water valve broken. Potentially hazardous foods being improperly thawed in water. Mobile food unit operator failed to provide written notice to the department, at least 2 business days prior to beginning operations or relocating operations any location not included on the current list of active locations.

Inspection highlights: Observed raw chicken stored above cooked/prepared food. Raw and Prepared food (pasta, lettuce, sauce) removed from original packages being stored in uncovered containers. Utensils not handled properly to protect from contamination. Food preparation area operated without the food service manager having in his possession a Food Service Manager's Certification.